The best family-friendly hikes and walks in Reijerscamp

Yes, you can sit here and hope that the wild shows up in front if the crowd. Sometimes you are lucky, more often not. Higher chances are typically by picking a random place (or bench) a bit off the main walking route and having a rest there - most of the time some animals will pass by. If you know the time of day and places a bit horses any cows are easy as they usually block the trails then anyhow.

On May 8, 1997, in Aachen, the then German Federal President Roman HERZOG received the International Charlemagne Prize as a special award. In his acceptance speech, he said: „For a thousand years, the question of our continent’s destiny has been whether it wants to live in unity or in division... I already said this on May 8, 1995, when commemorating the end of the Second World War, and I want to repeat it here in substance: ... What unites us Europeans first and foremost is our common European culture, and also our political culture, which is a culture of freedom... It is the roof under which we all live. More than once, the wars we have waged against each other have made this roof shake... Today, we have the unique opportunity to consolidate the roof – the spiritual superstructure of Europe – and to place it on a solid foundation of political unity and economic progress. … We want to live peacefully and in mutual respect with the other regions of the world. But we also want to preserve our own beliefs and ways of life. For this, we need a united Europe.“ (Roman Herzog)

A truly beautiful and hilly area.

September 12, 2025, tree trunk climbs over the hiking trail. A detour is possible.

Very beautiful nature here.

In the Middle Ages, this spot was a ford. Hessian roads ran through it. See the elevation map attached here (https://viewer.ahn.nl/AHN4/DSM/1/5.78487/51.99001/13?t=0.5). You can see the fan-shaped tracks of the large Hessian carts. When it was muddy, the carts would constantly take a different track, but at the ford, they all converge. If you look closely, you can see the relief in the heathland. And you can see the Koningsheuvel (King's Hill).

The Arnhem War Museum ’40–’45, located just off the Apeldoornseweg route at Kemperbergerweg 780 on the outskirts of Arnhem, is a must-see stop for Komoot riders interested in WWII history. Housed in a former village school, it features an impressive private collection with detailed dioramas, map displays, and multilingual panels that vividly portray airborne operations, civilian experiences, resistance stories, and German defenses during Operation Market Garden. The museum’s weapons section is a highlight, showcasing original rifles, pistols, machine guns, and artillery shells from both Axis and Allied forces. Key exhibits include German Mauser rifles, MP40 submachine guns, British Lee-Enfield rifles, Sten guns, various types of ammunition and grenades, as well as artillery shells and anti-tank weapons, offering a comprehensive look at the armaments used in the area. Many of these items were recovered from the local area, collected over decades by the museum’s founder and other dedicated individuals passionate about preserving Arnhem’s WWII history. These weapons and artifacts were found during postwar clearing of battlefields, old bunkers, and abandoned military sites in the surrounding forests and fields. While most recovered weapons have been safely deactivated or rendered harmless, occasional reports exist of people discovering live ordnance like grenades or unexploded shells, which required intervention by bomb disposal teams. Such incidents are rare today but serve as a reminder that the scars of war can still surface decades later. The museum offers a safe, insightful way to explore these artifacts with respect and education. The museum is open Tuesday to Sunday from 10:00 to 17:00, with admission around €10 for adults and children aged 6–11 (younger children enter free). Visitors should allow at least 90 minutes to two hours to fully explore the exhibits, though enthusiasts may stay longer. The museum makes a natural and rewarding break on your ride, providing a chance to switch from woodland scenery to immersive indoor history, with knowledgeable volunteers who bring the stories to life. There’s free parking nearby, and a café where you can refuel before continuing your journey through Arnhem’s intriguing forest landscapes and wartime sites.

another beautiful viewpoint